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Rachel Townes, MA, LPC, ACS, CCTP. Counseling is building relationships that produce strength-based behaviors for healing and recovery. My preferred modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and other therapies for addictions counseling, trauma-informed care, and family relational matters.
My approach
The counselor is a guide and supports the client as they establish new behaviors and coping skills for stabilization and healing. The most prominent skill used in sessions is relationship building as the therapeutic alliance is the vehicle for therapies such as DBT, trauma-focused counseling, domestic violence counseling, and addiction counseling.
My focus
I have extensive experience in addressing matters of addiction, familial discord, trauma, serious mental illness, crisis intervention, and life-stage conflicts.
My communication style
Therapy is best experienced in a non-judgmental environment in which the individual feels supported, yet challenged to initiate change behaviors. I seek to use warm and inviting tone and emotional postures to aid in rapport-building and connectedness. Before the work can begin the client must feel safe, comforted, and heard.
My journey to mental healthcare
I was inspired by those around me who sacrificed so much to care for others. Counseling is an opportunity to be the sounding board for those who feel they have no voice or feel that their needs or concerns have been overlooked. I seek to walk with individuals through the most difficult times and inspire them to establish and achieve the desired version of one's self.
My goals for you
Goal setting is collaborative and should target the presenting problem of the client. It is imperative that the client's concerns be addressed before any additional supportive therapies are offered.
My first session with you
During the first session, we will review informed consent, theoretical orientation, establish safe boundaries, and identify and define the desired change.
